How To Apply Cream and Gel Blushes Like A Pro

 

The last few posts I mentioned and share some of the cream blushes I picked up from different stores. So, today I wanted to do something different to share with you all. Therefore, here are the cream blushes that I’ve tried and love.

First thing first. You need to start with freshly moisturized skin or a liquid base.

Taking minimal amount, apply the product onto cheeks.

Next, using a brush or sponge, buff upwards and out. You can also use your fingers but remember to blend in a patting motion to avoid rubbing off the product. Blend and blend until you do not see any harsh edges. If you require more coverage, go back and add more.

Here are the tips I learned and gladly share in my post – do you know that :-

* Cream and gel blushes work best on those with normal to dry skin. Those with oily skin are better off with powder formulas.

* For a flushed-within look, apply a heavier layer over bare skin then add foundation on top.

* Applied too much? Do not use powder on top (you will risk looking cakey). Instead, tone down the color by dabbing a clean sponge over the area.

You just have to remember these 3 simple tips and you’re set for wearing cream blushes like a Pro. You got to try it!

Which is your favorite cream or gel blush and the brand? Don’t forget to leave your comment down below.

Thanks for taking the time to read.

Sharon xoxo

 

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Drugstore Madness Wednesday|Cream Blush by Joe Fresh

 

Remember in my previous post on the Drugstore Madness Wednesday, I mentioned finding some interesting and super steal makeup products by Joe Fresh! Well, I’m here to give you part 2 of the products for this week.

Curious to know what’s these three bottles are, right?  Don’t sweat it, I’ve put the color swatch down below and if you stroll down further, it’s there.

I picked these blushes up because of the cute packaging that intrigued me to get them. But also the price is super deal from $4.00 a bottle to $0.94 I can justify myself to buy three of these. Well, would you pay $4.00 for this? I’ll help you find out in a moment.

So, here I have three shades I picked from the grocery store. I got the shades in Bronze, Berry and Pink. Just to recap for those who is new to this post – Joe Fresh makeup brand is exclusive only to Loblaws and Maxi (subsidiary company) as I speak but brace yourself for its coming to hit all Canadian drugstores (according to the source) in 2016.

The packaging is of white plastic bottle which I find them cute to put in my vanity <3.   Very easy to open and close and the texture is very smooth. I would say it gives a sheer to medium finishing and buildable through layering up.

Color swatches from left to right: Bronze, Berry and Pink. The Berry is the loudest color while Pink the softest. On me, I use Berry and the color payoff is amazing. This blush doesn’t feel sticky or tacky when on skin, it’s as if not wearing any blush at all. It also gives a nice dewy finish which I like.

You can that for what it is and I can say that this is a pretty impressive cream blush which I’ll continue to wear and report back later. But for now, I’m satisfied with the appearance and I’m so glad I picked up these three bottles of cream blush that will keep me entertain this summer.

Which shades would you like to pick up from the store? They’re available online for US residents and some location in the States.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read.

Sharon xoxo

 

 

Hide & Glow Cheek First Impression

 

Last night, after dinner we decided to drive over to the nearby Walmart to get some gardening soil. So, as usual the trip to Walmart wouldn’t be complete without me stopping by the beauty section. And without a doubt, each trip I ended up with some makeup products. Here is the product which I wanted to talk about.

I saw this peculiar looking Hide and Glow Cheek Duo in the shade 315 In Love by Hard Candy and I know that to have it. Net wt: 0.28 oz. The price is $5.98 and it’s the only bottle left.

This bottle has duo cheek tint on both sides and some of you might know that I’m a sucker for cute packaging. I like makeup products that comes in a stick packaging because it’s so much convenient to just put it in your purse or in the bag especially when you go travelling.

Since I couldn’t find any other shades at the Hard Candy counter in Walmart, I came back and went to Hard Candy website to check and found that the other color available is Pillow Talk. For me, I think the downside of this blush is that it has a so limited color choice. I wish they have more color selections.

This end of the bottle has a more neutral nude shade than the other side. I notice that this formula has a little bit of plastic-y smell on both. At first, I thought it would smell fruity since it loos like soft candy and so obviously I took a quick smell. Frankly, it wasn’t that bad but just wasn’t the smell I expected.

Here is a closed-up look of the formula which this end is the neutral nude color. I find this packaging interesting and I was drawn by it. I’m a sucker for cute and peculiar packaging. This packaging comes in a twisting format. You twist one end for the other end of the bottle to work and vice versa.

When I first tried it on my cheeks, I feel that this formula can be a little bit sticky but it goes on like butter. My skin feels moist and glowy. After 15-20 minutes later when I checked again, I don’t feel the stickiness anymore and the shade is looking good. I really like the natural dewy finish appearance on this one.

The next is this coral-pink shade blush which has soft and dewy shimmery finish. Just like the neutral nude color, the texture is somewhat similar.

Behind the packaging, Hard Candy claim that this product is Not Tested on Animals which means it’s cruelty free. So, for those of you who like cruelty free cream blush, look no further.

Cream blushes may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but if you love cream blush then this blush is something that you would like. No brush needed. Just glide them on your cheekbone and tap with your fingers. It gives a soft shimmery finish that looks natural and fresh.

Anyways, I will continue to wear this High and Glow Duo Blush for awhile and will report back once I have emptied them 🙂

What do you think of this blush? Have you seen one of this before at your Walmart? Leave your comment below.

Thank you so much for reading.

Sharon xoxo

 

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